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49ers are interested in interviewing Panthers OC Mike Shula for their open head-coaching position.

Shula has said he will not interview while the Panthers are still in the playoffs. With Carolina expected to go deep into the postseason, it is unlikely San Francisco waits around long enough to meet with Shula. Shula's decision to focus on the Panthers' playoff run is noble, but it might cost him a head-coaching job. Fri, Jan 8, 2016 11:52:00 AM

Panthers OC Mike Shula does not plan to interview for head-coaching vacancies while the team is still in the playoffs.

Shula is allowed to interview during the team's first-round bye, but he wants to focus on the task at hand. The sentiment is noble, but it could cost Shula the chance at the top openings. The Panthers are joint favorites with the Cardinals to represent the NFC in the Super Bowl. If they make it that far, Shula might not have any jobs left to interview for after the big game. It sounds like that is a price he is willing to pay. Mon, Jan 4, 2016 11:09:00 AM

The Panthers' No. 3 running back went down in a heap against the Eagles on Thursday. He was quickly ruled out for the remainder of the game after being carted off the field. It's possible Whittaker has suffered a season-ending injury.

Theus (6'7/313) made 48 starts for the Bulldogs, earning first-team All-SEC as a senior left tackle after converting from the right side. Long armed (34 1/2") with big hands (10 1/8), Theus lacks NFL left tackle athleticism and the drive-blocking ability of a right-side offensive lineman. He got walked back by bull rushers at the Senior Bowl and couldn't block on the edge. Theus was a quality college starter who will likely struggle to transition to the pros.